Brassica pekinensis - Cabbage Chinese Michihilli.
This well known sure heading variety accounts for a high percentage of Chinese cabbage grown for market in the United States.
Its upright cylindrical heads average 40-50cm tall and 15cm in diameter with dark-green leaves and a well blanched interior.
It reaches maturity from 55 to 100 days.
Michihilli can be grown all year-round in Tropical and Sub-tropical areas and is best sown in Spring and early Autumn in Cool and Temperate areas.
It is a great addition to a stir-fry or added to salads or soups.
Plant the seeds directly, 0.5-1cm deep in richly composted damp soil for best results. It can
be transplanted from seedlings in cooler areas but is very quick to grow.
Thin plants to 20-30cm apart in rows 30-50cm apart and keep moist to ensure fast uniform growth.
Harvest the outer leaves when they appear ready and cut the mature plant when the head tightens.